Tempura Matsui has only been opened for two years, but in that short time has developed such an amazing reputation in the Manhattan food scene. Being named a Michelin starred restaurant two years in a row, the Murray Hill location is one of the few in Manhattan that specializes in Tempura cuisine. Special is the name of the game in this case, as myself and a friend dined there over the weekend, and truly blown away by quite possibly one of the best meals we have ever had. No joke. [Read more…] about Tempura Matsui is a Experience You Must Have in Manhattan
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Holiday Treats for Manhattanites to Love, Enjoy & Devour!
Who doesn’t love delicious treats for the holidays? Now that we are in full swing for the holiday season, it is always good to think of something sweet and tasty to eat to bring to your next holiday party here in Manhattan. From Peeps to cookies to drinks to even we have found some great treats that will sure liven up any holiday party you are at this season. [Read more…] about Holiday Treats for Manhattanites to Love, Enjoy & Devour!
Atwood Kitchen & Bar Room Delights Midtown East
Atwood Kitchen & Bar is the sister restaurant of the brand new Shay & Ivy, which we just reviewed a couple of weeks back. After being very impressed by Shay & Ivy, it came as a no brainer to want to experience what Atwood had to truly offer. Suffice to say, we were very impressed by a lot when we went in one rainy Tuesday night. If you are looking for eclectic and modern dishes in a chill environment, then this is your place to go. [Read more…] about Atwood Kitchen & Bar Room Delights Midtown East
Chef Erica Ohrling Delivers at Macao Trading Co. in TriBeca
Macao Trading Co., Tribeca’s popular Macanese restaurant and cocktail hot-spot, has brought Chef Erica Ohrling on board as executive chef, and she is proving herself as a masterly commander with new and refreshing additions to the menu. [Read more…] about Chef Erica Ohrling Delivers at Macao Trading Co. in TriBeca
Best Places to Dine on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Christmas is coming! Christmas is coming! It is hard to believe that we are only two and a half weeks away from the biggest holiday of the year, and with all of that comes the grueling task of endless cooking. Luckily, this time around, you don’t need to do that! We have found some amazing Manhattan locations that will be in the holiday spirit for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day where you can eat, drink and be merry. [Read more…] about Best Places to Dine on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Hill Country Chicken is Texas Fried Goodness at its Best
Cuisines run the muck here in Manhattan, but one that doesn’t seem to be that big or talked about is fried chicken. Hill Country Chicken, however, has dispelled that myth by being the first here in Manhattan to bring authentic southern hospitality to our island, and people are loving every tasty minute of it. [Read more…] about Hill Country Chicken is Texas Fried Goodness at its Best
Society Cafe at Walker Hotel Delights & Dazzles
Society Cafe has officially opened in the absolutely gorgeous Walker Hotel Greenwich Village. Located on the lower half of the hotel, the new restaurant is helmed by chef Chris Zabita, who expertly brings farm to table dishes and crafts them to perfection for each customer. I had the pleasure of dining there this past Saturday night, and was pleasantly thrilled with everything they had to offer. [Read more…] about Society Cafe at Walker Hotel Delights & Dazzles
Pulqueria’s Vibrant Cuisine Shines in Chinatown
Pulqueria is proof that heading to Chinatown is worth the hassle, traffic and so much more. Located on Doyers Street, next to its sister speakeasy Apotheke, this one of a kind location boasts delicious Mexican cuisine in a darkly lit atmosphere that bodes well with its surroundings in downtown. [Read more…] about Pulqueria’s Vibrant Cuisine Shines in Chinatown
Shay & Ivy is a Welcomed Addition to Flatiron
Its always fun to welcome a new restaurant to the neighborhood, and Shay & Ivy is a pleasant new addition to the Flatiron district. Nuzzled in between 6th Avenue and Broadway on 24th street, Shay & Ivy brings new American cuisine with a colorful and inviting ambiance to make your entire experience one that will have you coming back for more. [Read more…] about Shay & Ivy is a Welcomed Addition to Flatiron
One on One with Top Chef Star Gail Simmons
As someone who grew up a foodie his entire life, primarily due to my mother being a big chef out on Long Island, I have always had a love for the culinary world and what it entails. My love for that has grown over the past couple of years as I have taken a ride into the journalism aspect of the industry, and have enjoyed every step of the way with each restaurant and chef I highlight. One person who has done an amazing job at both the culinary and journalism side is Gail Simmons, who has been a mainstay of Bravo’s “Top Chef” since its inception over a decade ago, as well as being a huge part of the best food magazine in the world, Food & Wine. [Read more…] about One on One with Top Chef Star Gail Simmons